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DEVIL’S BIT KNOCKOUT

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August 9, 2016

On Friday evening the 05.08.2016 Waterford Harley Davidson launched the “DEVIL’S BIT KNOCKOUT” boxing showcase in Aid of Waterford Marine Search and Rescue and Saviour’s Crystal Boxing Club at the Tower Hotel Unlike any other charity boxing event this event will have all the characteristics of a professional boxing night. The night takes place on Friday 14th October 2016 at 8pm. Tickets are €15 each Ring girls, entrance music, ten bouts of boxing, a raffle and a half time show with special guest Darren Skelton from the hugely successful “View from the Blue”. Saviours Crystal boxing club will begin training boxers for the next 8 weeks up to the event. If you would like to take part in this charity event please contact Paul Simpson on 089 4160708 There will also be an after party in the Reg bar after the show. If you would like to purchase tickets for the event please contact Mary Tierney on 086 8751346. Paul Simpson on 089 4160708 or call into Waterford Harley Davidson, Check out Devils Bit Knockout on Face book for more information and venues to purchase tickets around Waterford. This is one event not to be missed.

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HikeCycle 2016

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July 21, 2016

This Saturday July 23rd is HikeCycle 2016. In Aid of Waterford Marine Search and Rescue and Carrick Search and Rescue. Hike only, Cycle only or do both 🙂 To make sure that HikeCycle 2016 is a safe event, we have a strict speed limit in place during the cycle of (20-22kph). We understand that some parts of the road will be faster than others but we must stress that if you break away from the pack and out of the relative safety of the pace car, you will no longer come under the cover of the event insurance… HikeCycle 2016 is NOT a race. It will however be a good test of endurance, stamina and lots of fun. Registration is from 8am sharp until 9:30am at which point we will start the first half of the cycle. If you do not register in time, you cannot take part in the event. So please make sure you are registered before 9:30am. Before the start of the event we will hold a short briefing with all participants outlining rules and what is the order of the day, including safety on the road, Bike storage/security, Hike, Changing facilities, and not forgetting BBQ. If you are participating in the ‘Hike’ only, you will need to register with our team in Kilcash village on the day at 11:00am where you will be briefed and given instruction. And finally, please have your sponsorship cards with you on the day and any monies will be collected by our team. Thank you for your help and cooperation. https://www.facebook.com/HikeCycle2016/?fref=ts

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Person rescued from the river suir

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June 21, 2016

Earlier this evening our volunteers were alerted to a person entering the river a short distance away from our base at the Neptune Marina. WMSAR rescue crew and boat launched immediately, contacting Irish Coastguard on the way. The assistance of Fire Brigade, Ambulance, WCRR and Gardai was also requested. On arrival on scene, the casualty was struggling to stay afloat, was initially combative and appeared to be in an altered state. The person was recovered to the boat and quickly passed over to the care of the Emergency Services.

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100th intervention by WMSAR volunteers

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June 19, 2016

**100th intervention by WMSAR volunteers** As volunteers prepared to stand down on their suicide prevention patrol last night, they observed a person climb over the railings on Rice Bridge. The land crews and the rescue boat proceeded to the person immediately. Contact was made with the individual who appeared very upset and confirmed that they felt suicidal. Gardai were notified and arrived on scene quickly, taking the person to safety shortly afterwards. Thank you to both members of the public who stopped their cars and rang 999.

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WMSAR visit Fethard Lifeboat Station

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June 1, 2016

WMSAR crewmembers had the very great pleasure of visiting our fellow volunteers at Fethard Lifeboat Station yesterday. The team told us all about their inaugural WAVES Festival in association with RNLI which will be headlined by Irish country music sensation, Nathan Carter. This event is to be held on Sunday 28 August 2016 within the walled gardens at Loftus Hall, in the historic coastal area of Hook Head. The family themed day-long music event is being run in aid of the Fethard RNLI fundraising appeal, which is set to raise €65,000 needed for a new Inshore Lifeboat, due to be placed on service in Fethard at the end of 2017. Tickets are available from www.tickets.ie or from selected SuperValu or Centra stores nationwide. We look forward to assiting with safety cover at the event and wish Fethard all the very best in their campaign,

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Hikecycle 2016

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May 21, 2016

HikeCycle 2016 July the 23rd – In Aid of Waterford Marine Search And Rescue and Carrick On Suir River Rescue. Check out the links below for more information. Looking for the next challenge this summer..? Want something to aim for..? This July 23rd Kilmacow – Slievenamon -Kilmacow total distance of 70km cycle with a hike up Slievenamon thrown in the middle of it for good measure… Feeling up to it…? Limited spaces available… Log on to hikecycle@gmail.com to register. https://www.facebook.com/HikeCycle2016/?fref=photo

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“WMSAR rescue boat launched

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May 15, 2016

“WMSAR rescue boat and volunteer crew are currently launched on service to a broken down vessel located at Creadan Head. The operation has been ongoing since 16.00 and crews have the vessel under tow. Crews have just passing Cheekpoint at this time making their way back to Waterford City. Also tasked were our colleagues from Fethard RNLI.” Busy day on the water for all units across Ireland with the fine weather. Operations are being overseen by Irish Coast Guard MRCC.

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Where there is help, there is Hope

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May 14, 2016

**Please Share to spread the message “Where there is help, there is Hope!!” ** Volunteer crews are gearing up for this weekends Suicide Prevention Patrol. Our crews will be out until the early hours of Sunday morning patrolling the quays of the River Suir. Stay Safe if you are out and about 🙂 Remember, If you, or someone you know is going through a tough time, there is help – just take a look at the following numbers Samaritans: 116 123 Console: 1800 247 247 Aware: 1890 303 302 Pieta House: 01 601 0000 Teen-Line Ireland: 1800 833 634 (for ages 13 to 19) Childline: 1800 66 66 66 (for under 18s) #wherethereishelpthereishope